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Truck driver wearing mask next to truck giving thumbs-up signal

MOTOR FREIGHT

Truckers answer the bell to keep the economy moving during pandemic

Essential freight needed delivery. Challenges and obstacles arose from all sides. Trucking operators responded with quiet determination—and the formidable dedication of selfless drivers—to keep goods flowing.

September 4, 2020

Gary Frantz

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Essential freight needed delivery. Challenges and obstacles arose from all sides. Trucking operators responded with quiet determination—and the formidable dedication of selfless drivers—to keep goods flowing.

Outbound

When the government CARES too much

The U.S. Treasury Department is lending YRC $700 million in return for an equity stake. That means U.S. taxpayers now own nearly 30% of a trucker that appears perennially stuck in neutral.

August 7, 2020

Mitch Mac Donald

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The U.S. Treasury Department is lending YRC $700 million in return for an equity stake. That means U.S. taxpayers now own nearly 30% of a trucker that appears perennially stuck in neutral.

Old Dominion Freight Line reports sinking revenue for May

LTL carrier sees daily shipment weight drop 12.1% amid economic decline.

June 3, 2020

DC Velocity Staff

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LTL carrier sees daily shipment weight drop 12.1% amid economic decline.

Transportation

For U.S. truckers, more speed bumps ahead

Motor Freight

February 21, 2020

Gary Frantz

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Between softening demand, higher operating costs, and a stubborn shortage of qualified drivers, 2020 promises plenty of challenges for fleets. At least in the first half of the year.

transportation report

Tariffs, technology, slowing economy drive 3PLs to adapt — again

December 2, 2019

Gary Frantz

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2020 is shaping up as a uniquely challenging time for freight brokers and third-party logistics service providers. Those who can adapt may find opportunities aplenty.